Abstract:Based on the seismic performance and construction requirements, a new type of prefabricated bridge connection method is proposed. The round steel is embedded in the connecting end and connected by welding. Through the comparison with the other structures of grouting sleeves and metal bellows, it is found that this connection method is convenient in construction, easy to operate and faster in construction. Through the experimental study on the connection mode of section steel, the following conclusions are mainly given that (1) The failure of prefabricated piers connected with cast-in-situ piers by section steel is the bending failure. The damage degree at the root of the prefabricated pier column connected by section steel is relatively light, and the concrete damage is mainly concentrated above the top of the embedded steel pipe. (2) The bearing capacity of prefabricated piers connected by section steel is higher than that of cast-in-place piers. (3) The residual displacement of prefabricated pier connected with section steel is equivalent to that of cast-in-place pier, but the former is better in terms of energy dissipation capacity and ductility. (4) The prefabricated pier connected by section steel has the superior seismic performance, which provides a method for the use of prefabricated pier in high seismic intensity areas.